Announcing Real-Time Studio
Join the Future of Filmmaking
The future of filmmaking is unfolding before our eyes, and Pacific Future is leading the charge. Launched in 2024, Pacific Future is dedicated to exploring the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in film, art, and time-based media. Following the success of our flagship event—the Pacific Future AI & Film Event—which showcased groundbreaking AI-driven films and cutting-edge discussions with industry leaders in partnership with the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF), we are now taking things to the next level.
Introducing the Real-Time Studio, an ambitious, first-of-its-kind live AI filmmaking challenge that aims to redefine the boundaries of moving image creation. This event will bring together industry partners, researchers, and some of the most talented AI filmmakers in the world to create a high-production-value, scripted 30-minute film in real time. Using the latest AI tools, the participants will produce every aspect of the film—writing, visuals, narration, sound design, and more—during the actual screening of the movie.
How it Works
Twenty of the world’s top AI filmmakers will gather in Vancouver for a two day event. Over the course of these two days, they will prepare for the audacious challenge of creating a 30-minute unscripted episode in under 30 minutes.
Then it is time to execute. While a preceding 30 minute episode streams live on the internet, the team will develop an entirely new story that builds on the established narrative of the first episode. In this scenario, the filmmakers will have full knowledge of the previous show, including its plot, characters, and themes however, the process will involve generating the script, rendering the visuals, and preparing the episode for live streaming—all within the short time frame between episodes.
As the work is being created, the process will be live-streamed, allowing audiences to follow the progression of this groundbreaking experiment.
Why This Event Matters
This event isn’t just about pushing the technical limits of filmmaking—it’s about reimagining the entire creative process. By creating a film in real time, we are not only pioneering new methodologies but also challenging the way storytelling is evolving in the digital age. Like a hackathon or a SpaceX launch, this experiment is about pushing the boundaries of what we think is possible, even if success isn’t guaranteed. The insights and best practices that emerge will help shape the future of AI filmmaking across a wide range of applications.
In addition, by streaming the event in real-time and demonstrating to the public that AI filmmaking is not simply about pressing a button but actually requires the skills of many talented individuals, we can dispel the myth that AI is merely a destroyer of jobs and highlight its potential to create new creative and economic opportunities.
The Potential Impact
The Real-Time Studio is a catalyst for a wide range of future applications across a variety of industries and audiences. Possible use cases include:
1. Real-Time Fanfiction Creation: AI tools that allow fans to collaboratively shape and generate original fanfiction stories as they watch.
2. Live Interactive Streaming: Viewers influence plot decisions and outcomes in real time, creating personalized film experiences.
3. Real-Time News Reporting: AI automatically creates video reports from live events as they unfold, which are processed, edited, and fact checked in real time, transforming journalism.
4. AI-Generated Animated Series: Animated shows are created live, with audience input driving characters and plotlines.
5. Dynamic Sports Broadcasting: AI generates real-time sports highlight reels, alternative commentary, and custom angles during live games.
These are just a few of the potential uses for the new methodologies and technologies that will emerge from this event. We are building a foundation for the future of AI filmmaking that could span everything from instant marketing content and automated documentaries to dynamic sports broadcasts and real-time visual effects for live performances.
Sponsors and Partners
To make this audacious and groundbreaking event a reality, we’ll be working with the following partners:
Production companies, talent agencies, and studios interested in pushing the boundaries of film.
Software companies offering AI-driven filmmaking tools who want to be at the forefront of this revolution.
Educational institutions looking to provide their students with unparalleled access to emerging technologies.Investors who believe in the future of AI and its impact on creative industries.
How You Can Support
We are currently offering a tiered sponsorship package. This includes a limited number of premium sponsor slots. As a sponsor, you’ll be at the forefront of one of the most exciting advancements in AI-driven media, with unparalleled visibility and branding opportunities. We will be inviting 20 AI filmmakers and experts to collaborate on planning and executing the project. Their travel, accommodation, and expenses will be covered, and they’ll be central to shaping the future of AI cinema.
The Future Starts Now
This is your chance to be part of something groundbreaking by joining Pacific Future in shaping the future of filmmaking, unlocking new possibilities for creative storytelling, and bridging the gap between art and technology.